SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64036714

Requisition No: 857937 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64036714

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64036714 

Salary:  $2,424.46 Bi- Weekly 

Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

Provides nursing care and applies nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of patients within all programs including but not limited to, Improved Pregnancy Outcome, Family Planning, Communicable disease, Immunizations, Refugee Health, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Diseases, and Chronic disease. Thus, utilizes the nursing process to assess and identify patient needs.

Performs independent professional public health nursing duties in a generalized public health nursing program to foster and preserve good community health.

Interviews, counsels, and teaches clients, patients, and/or parents according to assessed needs and program requirements. Interviews, counsels, demonstrates, and teaches health principles. Applies nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of client.

Performs professional public health nursing duties including but not limited to education, interviewing, assessment, counseling, treatment, delegation, and prioritization of patient care under the direction of the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director according to assessed needs and program requirements.

Performs indicated nursing duties and related activities according to established policies and procedures including but not limited to administering prescribed medication, assisting clinicians, and performs follow-up and compliance.

Completes case management duties in all clinics to include follow-up care, referrals, patient education and treatment, and communication with clinicians.

Communicates with respect and understanding in dealing with clients, the public, and other staff members.

Utilizes electronic health records and programs accurately and correctly on regular basis.

Works independently in all clinic settings and utilizes community resources in the process of referring clients to the appropriate agencies.

Participates in continuing education, in-services, staff meetings, and new employee orientation and transports oneself thereto.

Completes and submits required time management documentations (EARS, timesheets, etc.) in FDOH mandated timeframes and that of direct reports.

Participates in preparation of clinic rooms and equipment.

Assists in the completion of clinical audits to ensure proper delivery and documentation of services per guidelines.

Performs related duties as required by Assistant Community Health Nursing Director.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of nursing principles, nursing care, the nursing process, and scope of practice.

Knowledge in assessing patient health problems and needs.

Knowledge in developing and implementing nursing care plans and maintaining medical records.

Knowledge of computer software including applications and EHR.

Knowledge of Public Health Practices.

Knowledge of medical equipment and instrumentation, room preparation and sterile instruments and related procedures including assisting clinicians with procedures.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.

Ability to administer and deliver nursing care and advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.

Ability to perform case management and provide ongoing assessment, evaluation, and follow-up for clinical services.

Ability to perform physical activities that require moving one’s whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, where the activities often also requires considerable use of the arms and legs.

Ability to lift 20 pounds.

Ability to read, understand, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.

Willing to travel to various locations in Brevard County

Current state Registered Nursing license

Associate degree or higher in Nursing

Preferred –

At least one or more years RN experience.

At least one or more years of Public Health Nursing experience.

Experience working in Women’s health and Family Planning.

Experience working in Obstetrics/Maternity Care.

Experience working with immunizations.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Melbourne Clinic

601 E. University Blvd. Melbourne, FL 32901

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.